See Full Video episode -> https://youtu.be/0fJ3uSAQwLg In this episode, Robert and Reggie speak with Kelly Mantooth, an MR Safety expert, about RF burns in MRI. They discuss the definition of RF burns, how they differ from overall heating (SAR), the four types of burns (proximity, looping, resonant, and reflective), statistics on RF burns, causes, preventative measures, treatment, and personal experiences. Key points include: RF burns are caused by local/focal heating rather than overall heating, positioning and proper padding are crucial for prevention, certain sequences don't necessarily ..read more

See Full Video episode -> https://youtu.be/wFBwmt74wHo?si=s_XFJytnI6dWn2Kr In this episode of Zone 3 Podcast, Reggie and Robert discuss training new  MRI technologists. Rob Cloutier, a well-known MRI Educator, discusses his approach to training technologists, focusing on understanding the 'why' behind MRI instead of just memorizing protocols. He talks about the importance of teaching MRI concepts in simple, easy-to-understand ways using analogies and stories. The key takeaways are to focus on the fundamentals like coverage, angles, phase direction, and assessing for motion and wrap. Ro ..read more

See Full Video Episode --> Revolutionizing MRI with Remote Scanning & Alpha RT | https://youtu.be/NV9u6O-Xr4I The podcast features Pete, Neil, Ryan, and Dr. Rekhi from Alpha RT. Alpha RT focuses on remote scanning in the MRI field and plans to expand cautiously while maintaining exceptional service quality and safety.- They emphasize the importance of safety and have developed an MRI Tech Aid program to train tech aids. The program includes a 9-week curriculum covering personnel safety, medical terminology, equipment, anatomy, and codes.- The clinical training includes supervised on-sit ..read more

Watch Episode at Pros and Cons of Field Strengths: 1.5T vs 3T vs 7T  https://youtu.be/whvW8CZU7Ss Dive into the nuances of MRI field strengths as we discuss the pros and cons of 1.5T, 3T, and 7T with our special guest, Jesse Bashford. Learn about protocol optimization, the importance of equipment, and the ideal scenarios for each field strength. Also Check out New and Improved Padding - https://mrpadwell.com ..read more

 Watch Episode --> https://youtu.be/N1UYoQPNzUI Join us in this enlightening episode of the Zone 3 Podcast as we delve deep into the world of MRI parameters with our guest expert, Matt Rederer, To find out what we really are doing when change certain parameters. This video is a comprehensive guide to understanding and optimizing MRI parameters for the best image quality  Video Chapters: Introduction [0:00 - 1:00] Opening of the topic and the guest, Matt. Understanding TR (Repetition Time) [1:01 - 10:00] Explanation of TR and its impact on T1 contrast in the image. Discuss the impo ..read more

Watch now on Youtube --> Shaking Things up with MR Elastrography  https://youtu.be/IfkjM96BD80 Another fun episode with another fun guest. Kay Pepin PhD is the Vice President, Research & Global Collaboration Resoundant and a Senior Engineer in the Advanced Imaging Lab at Mayo Clinic led by Dr. Richard Ehman. She specializes in the use of imaging in liver disease. Dr. Pepin has a background in technique development, translational research, education, and collaboration management and is an expert on the development and implementation of Magnetic Resonance Elastography (MRE). Magnetic ..read more

Video Link --> https://youtu.be/hgnq4zy1ivE Zone3Podcast and the gang happy to be joined by Dr. Joanna Shechtel, MD. Dr Shechtel earned her medical degree from Georgetown University. She completed a residency in Diagnostic Radiology at University of Tennessee - Knoxville, where she served as Chief Resident, and a fellowship in Musculoskeletal Imaging at Vanderbilt University Medical Center (VUMC). In 2021, Dr. Shechtel joined VUMC faculty as an Assistant Professor of Clinical Radiology in the Musculoskeletal Radiology section. She is a member of the Radiological Society of North America, Am ..read more

See full video Episode --> What does a Field Service Engineer do? or https://youtu.be/loS_vEyMc2o Another great Zone3Podcast episode with Field Service Engineer Todd Beaudoin. Todd is originally from North Dakota. Relocating to Arizona to pursue a Bachelor of Science and Electronic Engineering at DeVry University. Starting in the semiconductor industry for the first several years of his career. To when he eventually transitioned into healthcare. He started his training with Fomar MRI manufacturer. There he worked directly with Dr. Raymond Damadian credited as the inventor of Magnetic Resona ..read more

Video Episode -->  Why Issues Addressed in the ACR's 2002 MRI Safety White Paper are still around today. While in town to attend AHRA 2022, returning guest Tobias Gilk joins Zone3podcast's Robert and Reggie in the Studio to discuss how the revisions made to the ACR white paper have made some progress but we still have a long way to go. Background: ACR assembled a group immediately following the Michael Colombini accident of 2001. In an effort to prevent further accidents ACR published a white paper on MR safety in 2002. The first document of its kind. A set of best practices guidance d ..read more

See Video Episode Here ---> MR Angiography (MRA) Explained ---> https://youtu.be/7zUSU13qhvQ ** Please do not watch while Driving ** In This Episode, Reggie and Robert talk about different MR Angiography techniques, with guest Matthew Hayes RT(R)(MR), Creator and President, ScanLabMR, and Professor of MRI, Adventist University of Health Sciences. Matthew opens by explaining the Time of Flight (TOF), and the pros and cons of each 2D and 3D Technique.  Then explains contrast enhancement techniques and the importance of understanding Time to Center (TTC). He also shares a few tricks to ..read more